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title: "The Supply of Buttons, Badges & Medal Ribbons"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051ab7"
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# The Supply of Buttons, Badges & Medal Ribbons

Buyer: LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051ab7

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## Summary

Leidos Supply Limited has initiated a tender process for "The Supply of Buttons, Badges & Medal Ribbons" on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), with procurement in the goods category. The tender includes four lots: embroidered badges, woven badges & medal ribbons, metal badges, and buttons, covering military uniforms and related items. The tender is in the active stage, with key deadlines set for submission by July 23, 2026, and the award period ending in late July 2027. Leidos is utilizing an open procurement method with electronic submissions encouraged via the Jaggaer platform. The buying organisation is based in Bristol, UK, and is a public authority within the central government, offering a substantial contract value estimated between £39,200,000 and £47,040,000 over six years.

This procurement opportunity presents significant growth prospects for businesses specialising in textile, metalwork, and manufacturing sectors, particularly those adept at producing high-quality military uniforms and accessories. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this framework beneficial as it supports SME involvement. The procurement process seeks suppliers with the capability to deliver products according to detailed specifications and encourages innovative approaches to fulfil the MoD's requirements. The framework is well-suited for companies with experience in producing buttons, badges, and ribbons and provides an opportunity to engage with government's robust supply chain network through Team Leidos, with a demanding quality evaluation alongside technical and commercial stages. Businesses will thrive by offering competitive pricing and quality assurance, significantly enhancing their market reach and credibility.

## Notice

Team Leidos are proud to be delivering the logistics commodities and services transformation (LCS(T)) Delivery partner contracts (LCS (T)/0001 dated 16.4.2015) on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) (the 'Prime Contract'). Delivery of other parts of the LCS(T) contract are delivered by Leidos Europe Ltd (LEL) and other partners (together 'Team Leidos'). This requirement is subject to the Public Procurement Regulations and respective advertising action. The Defence Clothing Team, which forms part of Leidos Supply Ltd. is considering the potential requirement for the Supply of Leather Gloves on behalf of the UK MoD, consisting of 4 Lots: Lot 1: Embroidered Badges The total estimated value for this Lot will be between PS3,200,000 - PS8,100,000, with a total contract length of 6 Years. Lot 2: Woven Badges & Medal Ribbons The total estimated value for this Lot will be between PS860,000 - PS2,200,000, with a total contract length of 6 Years. Lot 3: Metal Badges The total estimated value for this Lot will be between PS9,300,000 - PS23,300,000, with a total contract length of 6 Years. Lot 4: Buttons The total estimated value for this Lot will be between PS2,200,000 - PS5,600,000, with a total contract length of 6 Years. In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business. If this is of further interest, please register on our eProcurement system, Jaggaer: https://leidossupply.app.jaggaer.com Bidders will be able to register on the system, and once registered they can express their interest and complete their bid on there. Should Bidders have any queries regarding the system, please contact the support team on the front page of the Jaggaer website, where it says 'Need assistance?', for help. Anyqueries regarding the tender itself, as opposed to the system, should be directed through Jaggaer's messaging centre.

### Lot Information

Embroidered Badges

Embroidered Badges - this lot is comprised of badges and rank slides where the design is stitched onto a base to give a textured and raised finish

Woven Badges & Medal Ribbons

Woven Badges & Medal Ribbons - this lot consists of Badges and Medal Ribbons where the common manufacturing method is to weave multiple strands of fabric together to achieve the required design

Metal Badges

Metal Badges - this lot is made up of a range of Badges made from a number of metals and alloys for use across the various uniforms and items of headwear

Buttons

Buttons - this lot is for the supply of all the Buttons across the various uniforms and items of headwear made from a range of materials with a range of sizes and designs.

### Planning Information

To request the PMEN documents please contact:
Chris Morris
Chris.morris@uk.leidos.com
Request the documents related to the Supply of Buttons, Badges & Medal Ribbons The documents will then be sent for completion and should be returned to the same email addresses before the deadline. Responses are required as soon as possible to inform next steps, but the PMEN will remain open until 25/07/2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017891-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | 5 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Aug 2027 - 18 Aug 2033 |
| Recurrence | 2032-02-24 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £39,200,000 |
| Lots value | £39,200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | TVS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS LIMITED |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 7FH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD47 Chorley and West Lancashire |
| Local authority | Chorley |
| Electoral ward | Chorley North & Astley |
| Westminster constituency | Chorley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 18451000 - Buttons
- 18513000 - Articles of jewellery
- 19210000 - Woven fabrics
- 35811300 - Military uniforms
- 39561000 - Tulle, lace, narrow-woven fabrics, trimmings and embroidery
- 39561110 - Ribbon
- 39561132 - Textile badges
- 39561133 - Insignia

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2026 at 12:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017891-2026
- 19 Jun 2025 at 11:50 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033682-2025
- 13 Jun 2025 at 15:01 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032373-2025
- 21 May 2025 at 12:37 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023888-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017891-2026
  27th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033682-2025
  19th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032373-2025
  13th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023888-2025
  21st May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://leidos-supply.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60832
- https://leidossupply.app.jaggaer.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.leidos-supply.uk/
- https://www.tvsscs.com/

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